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Clare Alexander

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Aitken Alexander Associates·UK

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Represents
fiction and non-fiction
Looking for
Selective due to large list; attracted to fiction that surprises (esp fierce female voices) and beautifully written memoir/history/biography. Does not want: imitative fiction; how-to/inspirational/wellness non-fiction.
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Clare Alexander is a literary agent at Aitken Alexander Associates based in UK. Their list focuses on fiction and non-fiction. Submission status not confirmed at time of writing, with responses usually within Agency: if no response within 3 months treat as pass. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult

Response Time

Usually responds within Agency: if no response within 3 months treat as pass

Manuscript Wishlist

Selective due to large list; attracted to fiction that surprises (esp fierce female voices) and beautifully written memoir/history/biography. Does not want: imitative fiction; how-to/inspirational/wellness non-fiction.

Submission Tips

Submission route: Invitation only, submissions@aitkenalexander.co.uk Agent page asks not to submit unsolicited work directly to Clare/assistant unless invited; use agency submissions email (FAO one agent) per submissions guidelines.

Notes

The agency has a strong track record discovering debut talent, with recent successes including Natasha Brown, Cherie Jones, and Ailsa McFarlane found through the general submissions inbox.

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